Procedure for forfeiture of breeder’s right

(1) Proceedings for forfeiture of a breeder’s right shall be initiated by the Registrar if the requirement specified in section 25 (1) (a) of this Act is fulfilled, or may be initiated by the Registrar or a third person if any of the requirements specified in section 25 (1) (b) and (c) of the Act are fulfilled. (2) An application shall not be necessary for the commencement of such proceedings but where any such application is filed, the Registrar shall treat it as a suggestion to initiate official proceedings. (3) Before declaring a breeder’s right to be forfeited, the Registrar shall hear the holder of that right. (4) Where after having heard the holder of the breeder’s right, the Registrar finds that there is no reason to declare the right forfeited, he shall declare the proceedings terminated and inform the holder of the right accordingly in writing. (5) Where the Registrar declares a breeder’s right forfeited, he shall inform the holder in writing, giving reasons therefor and shall state the date of forfeiture.